University of Alberta researchers are investigating how Canadian-grown hemp can be used to produce lyocell, a fibre used in textiles. Lyocell is a semi-synthetic fabric commonly used as cotton substitute. A form of rayon, its primary component is cellulose. Soft to the touch, hypoallergenic and cling-free, production involves dissolving pulp and dry jet-wet spinning. The … Continue reading Researchers Explore Turning Hemp Into Lyocell